CT Scan Results

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I was referred for a CT scan after having abdominal symptoms which subsequently turned out to be caused by a pylori bacterial infection so when I actually had the scan all was well.

One of the findings was an oval 12mm hyperdense andexal focus on the right. The radiographer has suggested a Ultrasound. But why?

For back ground I had already had a TVU 6 less than 6 weeks prior to the CT which came back completely fine (no cysts or anything) & I have also had a normal CA125 in June. After that I had a failed attempted at removing my marina coil and the very next day I found a very large breast lump (literally occurred overnight) which turned out to be a cyst filled with hormonal fluid. I have never had any health issues in the past other than a common cold.

I'm 50 years old and I believe I am in perimenopause but I dont really know as I dont have periods due to my mirena coil. I have 2 teenage children, both were breastfeed for 12 months (my paternal grandmother died of breast cancer). I have been on the Contraceptive pill & Coil for many years and have never ever had any issues.

My GP has told me that the andexal focus is a cyst and it needs no action (it can be checked when my coil is finally removed & I have another Ultrasound in 3 weeks time - he said it will most likely of gone by then anyway, but I'm not convinced as the word hyperdense is worrying me.

I'm beyond anxious.

I'd be really grateful for some advice, reassurance or straight talking.

Helen P - Macmillan 26 days ago

Good after Rachael C,

I’m Helen, one of the cancer information nurses that works on the Macmillan support line.

Thank you for getting in touch and welcome to our online community, I hope you find it supportive.

I am sorry to read you are feeling beyond anxious about your recent scan.

Through the Macmillan support line, we are able to provide general cancer information and support. Unfortunately, as we haven’t access to your NHS records, we’re unable to provide an opinion through this platform about your results and what this means for you as an individual.

The best person to ask more questions about your scan results and the reason for an USS would be your GP. If you have any contact information for the radiographer who suggested the USS, then you could contact the hospital about this.

It’s understandable at a time of uncertainty you may be worried about cancer.

Talking over how you are feeling can make things easier, to help you gain an understanding of what you are feeling and ways to manage this.

There are a number of ways you can do this including speaking to your GP. The NHS has information about being anxious about your health. There is also Anxiety UK who have information and a helpline.

Sometimes it can be helpful to talk through your current concerns and questions by speaking to one of us. This way we can better understand what support, information and guidance would be most helpful for you.

I hope this information is helpful but if you have any more questions please don’t hesitate to get back in touch.

Best wishes,

Helen, Cancer Information Nurse Specialist

You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or email us.

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